During her Senate confirmation hearing, Attorney General nominee Pam Bondi engaged in a heated exchange with Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA), effectively countering his pointed inquiries.
Independence and Investigations
Senator Schiff questioned Bondi’s ability to maintain independence from presidential influence, specifically asking if she would investigate Special Counsel Jack Smith following President-elect Donald Trump’s critical remarks. Bondi responded, “It would be irresponsible of me to make a commitment regarding anything… without looking at a file.” When pressed further, she emphasized the need for a factual basis before initiating any investigation.
Focus on State Issues
The exchange intensified as Schiff repeatedly inquired about potential prosecutions of former Representative Liz Cheney. Bondi redirected the conversation to pressing issues in California, stating, “No one has asked me to investigate Liz Cheney. We’re all so worried about Liz Cheney, senator? You know what we should be worried about? The crime rate in California right now is through the roof. Your robberies are 87% higher than the national average. That’s what I wanted to focus on… if I’m confirmed as attorney general.”
Commitment to Nonpartisanship
Addressing concerns about her potential partisanship, Bondi asserted, “Senator, what I can tell you is that I will never play politics.” She criticized Schiff’s approach, adding, “You’re trying to engage me in a ‘gotcha.’ I won’t play politics with any ongoing investigation like you did leaking your colleague Devin Nunes’ memo.”
Pardon Authority
When questioned about advising President-elect Trump on issuing “blanket pardons,” Bondi maintained that she would thoroughly review each case, stating, “I will look at every file I am asked to look at.” Schiff’s skepticism prompted Bondi to retort, “I would have plenty of staff. You said, ‘Of course you won’t.’ I’m not going to mislead this body nor you… You were censured by Congress, Senator, for comments just like this that are so reckless.”
Preservation of Evidence
The dialogue concluded with Schiff seeking assurance that evidence from the January 6 investigation would be preserved. Bondi countered, “Are you frightened because evidence was destroyed against President Trump that was false? Is that why you’re frightened now?”
This exchange highlights Bondi’s commitment to impartiality and her focus on addressing pressing legal issues without political bias.
WATCH: Pam Bondi completely DESTROYS Adam Schiff, a man who disgraces any government door he darkens.
This is a masterclass on dealing with a pompous, slimy, show trail politician. Bravo, Pam Bondi. pic.twitter.com/8iugTaS8ko
— Charlie Kirk (@charliekirk11) January 15, 2025